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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Yemen to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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